Philadelphia Magazine

Sandy Smith

Home and Real Estate Editor

Sandy Smith is Philadelphia magazine’s Home and Real Estate editor. A Kansas City native, he has called Philly home for more than 35 years. He reports on houses for sale, condos for sale, apartments for rent, new construction, development and trends in the Greater Philadelphia real estate market.

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The Real Deal in Berwyn for $415K

All up to date, and all for under $500K.

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What $500K Will Buy You in Phoenixville

A unique “fixer-upper” and two very nice Colonials, just outside town.

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A Summer Palace in Longport for $6.999M

Don’t let the exterior fool you: this is a Jersey Shore classic in New York dress.

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Rogue Developers Still Get City Land to Build On

Efforts to crack down on violators are full of holes, an investigation finds.

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Something Extra in Levittown for $295K

Plenty of room for your growing brood indoors and out.

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The 10 Most Affordable Homes in Fairmount

Four of them face Fairmount Park.

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Extra Style in Wash West for $530K

A very intelligently designed expanded trinity that’s totally up to date.

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Rankings Aren’t Everything, Prep Head Says

The president of St. Joe’s Prep warns parents to take high school rankings with a grain of salt.

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A Home With Character(s) in Wyndmoor for $4.25M

A home with a colorful past now has a sparkling present.

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Who’s Building Philly: Sean Schellenger

The key to affordability for this developer: Streamline the construction process.

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Philly-Area Schools Dominate Niche Rankings

Eight of the top 10 public high schools in the state are in this region.

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The 10 Most Affordable Homes in Northern Liberties

The good news: They’re all under $300k.

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Thos. Moser Sets the Stage for Modern Living

The Maine furniture maker turns its hand to staging as a sales tool.

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Meet the McMansion for Millennials

Builders trying to lure a new generation into the real estate market are taking luxury downscale.

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Luxury for Less in East Kensington for $499K

A home loaded with goodies, including a real tail-wagger.